27 Feb 2024
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
WMU - World Maritime University- Research Field
Agricultural sciences
Environmental science
Environmental science
Technology » Water technology- Researcher Profile
Leading Researcher (R4)
Established Researcher (R3)- Country
Sweden- Application Deadline
21 Mar 2024 - 21:59 (UTC)- Type of Contract
Permanent- Job Status
Full-time- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
Professor, Maritime and Ocean Socioecology (Nippon Foundation Chair)
WMU - World Maritime University
Malmö, Sweden
Grade: P4
Duration of contract: Initial two-year fixed-term appointment. Further renewals may be given subject to funding and satisfactory performance.
Deadline for Applications: 21 March 2024
ORGANIZATIONAL SETTING
The World Maritime University (WMU) is a postgraduate and research university established in 1983 by the International Maritime Organization, a specialized agency of the United Nations. WMU offers M.Sc. and Ph.D. programmes, Postgraduate Diplomas, and Professional Development Courses (PDCs) with the highest standards in maritime and oceans education and training. WMU also has a highly respected research programme supported by specialized research groups across the maritime and ocean fields. The Professor position is located in the Faculty unit at WMU’s headquarters in Malmö, Sweden.
MAIN PURPOSE
The Professor, Maritime and Ocean Socioecology (Nippon Foundation Chair), is responsible, under the supervision of the Vice-President (Academic Affairs) and Head of Maritime Safety & Environmental Administration Specialization, for the coordination and delivery of teaching, research and MSc/PhD student supervision in the Maritime Safety & Environmental Administration fields.
As a member of the faculty and professional staff at WMU, the incumbent will work to keep WMU positioned as an academic institution of excellence, help advance the institution and build its reputation in the relevant field of expertise.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Internal contacts – Incumbent liaises and interacts with all faculty members on a regular basis as well as with research and support staff as required.
External contacts – Incumbent liaises with scientific and industry communities, research organizations, intergovernmental organizations, non-governmental organizations, and engages with scientific journals and publishing entities.
DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES
The Professor is expected, under the supervision of the Vice-President (Academic Affairs) and Head of Maritime Safety & Environmental Administration Specialization, to be engaged in:
- Teaching, including engagement in the MSc teaching programmes in Malmö, and other locations as needed and assigned;
- Mentoring of PhD and MSc students and supervision of research theses/dissertations in the relevant fields (maritime and fishing OSH, environment protection, regulations and governance);
- Coordinating and participating in student field studies;
- Scholarship in the form of publications in peer-reviewed journals, books, book chapters, etc.;
- Development of projects, submission of project proposals, and delivery of such projects;
- Presentation of research findings at professional conferences and meetings;
- Involvement in distance learning (e-learning) programmes, PDCs, and capacity-building courses as required;
- Service on WMU committees and work groups, and active participation in administrative, academic, and curriculum duties, including curriculum reform and delivery;
- Developing partnerships and coordinating with partner organizations – especially relevant UN institutions – for collaborative activities (e.g., capacity building, research);
- Supervising research staff, visiting professors, and related support staff;
- Supporting WMU’s activities and undertaking other duties, as required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS – EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LANGUAGE SKILLS
EDUCATION
Essential
- PhD in the area of social sciences, engineering, nautical sciences or environmental sciences, with particular expertise in environment regulations and maritime operations.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- A Minimum of 7 years’ experience in teaching at the postgraduate level;
- Evidence in attracting international research funding and leading major research projects related to maritime and fishing sectors;
- Experience in capacity-building and international cooperation in developing countries and experience of working with maritime and fisheries stakeholders;
- Evidence of cooperation with UN specialized agencies such as IMO, ILO, FAO or UNODC;
- Proven experience in building and managing teams of researchers and faculty members.
Desirable
- Professional experience in ship operation, shipbuilding, marine environment management or any relevant subsegment associated with shipping, fishing or ocean management;
- Expertise in biosecurity, air emission in relation to shipping and fishing sectors, safety at sea, labour law, and human factors;
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in teaching at the postgraduate level, preferably within the areas of marine environment and labour in connection with shipping and fishing sectors;
- Working with UN specialized agencies, particularly those related to the maritime and fisheries domains (IMO, FAO, ILO, DOALOS, UNODC, etc.).
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Essential
- Excellent command of English both spoken and written.
Desirable
- Knowledge of another UN language would be an advantage.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Essential
- Conversant with environmental and social dimensions of the maritime, fisheries and ocean domains and capacity to apply systems thinking in related research;
- Extensive knowledge of IMO instruments and other international instruments, especially those from ILO, FAO and WHO related to shipping and fishing;
- Knowledge of States’ duties in managing the marine environment as flag State, port State and coastal State;
- Ability to assess existing compliance, monitoring and enforcement challenges in shipping and fisheries;
- Thorough knowledge of IMO, other UN institutions and International NGOs with maritime and ocean-related mandates, their aims, objectives and activities;
- Knowledge of the links between the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and marine environmental protection;
- Commitment to academic excellence in an international maritime and ocean sectoral environment;
- Ability to conceptualize, design, plan and implement research work, including analysis and ability to lead effectively research work and guide and coordinate the work of the research team;
- The ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and nondiscriminatory behaviour.
Desirable
- Good understanding of WMU and its mission, and strong commitment to the delivery of the highest practicable standards in pursuing its mandate;
- Demonstrated leadership and management skills and a track record of success in managing research and publications with a focus on the marine environmental protection field;
- Diversified working experience, especially at the international level;
- Computer literacy;
- The ability to enthuse and motivate and supervise research and support staff;
- Excellent communication and presentation skills;
- Team building and leadership skills.
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Requirements
Additional Information
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- WMU - World Maritime University
- Country
- Sweden
- City
- Malmö
- Geofield
Where to apply
- Website
https://www.eurosciencejobs.com/job_display/253538/Professor_Maritime_and_Ocean…
Contact
- City
Malmö
[email protected]
STATUS: EXPIRED
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